"It's almost like social networks are training wheels for life in a lot of ways - it teaches you to express empathy and see how people respond," Larry D Rosen, Ph.D., professor of psychology at California State University said.
“Joining a social network online is a great way to meet new people, learn about new things and find communities that encourages a hobby or passion,” says United States Parenting.
Cons
“Kids are sharing too much online, and social networks aren't doing enough to protect them,” says the state of Colorado.
“Though adults today are quite comfortable with website settings and preferences, children are not as familiar with privacy settings. Therefore, a profile which does not have adequate privacy settings can be easily accessed by any user who logs on to such sites.” says United States Parenting.
Pros
"It's almost like social networks are training wheels for life in a lot of ways - it teaches you to express empathy and see how people respond," Larry D Rosen, Ph.D., professor of psychology at California State University said.
“Joining a social network online is a great way to meet new people, learn about new things and find communities that encourages a hobby or passion,” says United States Parenting.
Cons
“Kids are sharing too much online, and social networks aren't doing enough to protect them,” says the state of Colorado.
“Though adults today are quite comfortable with website settings and preferences, children are not as familiar with privacy settings. Therefore, a profile which does not have adequate privacy settings can be easily accessed by any user who logs on to such sites.” says United States Parenting.